Question

english language arts
6 read the sentence from paragraph 13 of \creature close-up\ in the box.
now there are only three left in the world—all in captivity.
what is the purpose of the dash in the sentence?
a to indicate a change in setting
b to set off the definition of a word
c to emphasize additional information
d to distinguish between opposing points of view
7 in \creature close-up,\ which phrase best describes the tone of the section race against extinction?
a critical and bitter
b serious and urgent
c excited and anxious
d confused and discouraged
8 which statement best describes the function of the headings in both articles?
a they help organize a series of events.
b they identify the conflict detailed in each section.
c they indicate the steps in a complicated process.
d they suggest the main idea explored in each section.

Explanation:

Question 6

To determine the purpose of the dash, analyze each option:

• Option A: The sentence doesn't involve a setting change, so A is incorrect.
• Option B: The dash isn't defining a word, so B is incorrect.
• Option C: The phrase "all in captivity" adds extra info about the three left, and the dash emphasizes this additional detail.
• Option D: There are no opposing viewpoints, so D is incorrect.

The section "Race Against Extinction" deals with preventing species extinction.

• Option A: "Critical and bitter" is not fitting as the tone is not bitter.
• Option B: The topic of extinction is serious, and the need to act quickly makes it urgent, so this fits.
• Option C: "Excited" is not appropriate for an extinction-related topic.
• Option D: The tone is not confused or discouraged; it's about taking action.

Headings in articles typically summarize the main idea of each section.

• Option A: Headings don't just organize events (they can be about ideas too).
• Option B: Not all sections have conflicts, so B is incorrect.
• Option C: Headings aren't steps in a process (unless it's a how - to article, which this isn't).
• Option D: Headings suggest the main idea of each section, which is their common function.

Answer:

C. to emphasize additional information

Question 7